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We are seeking an experienced, results-oriented Senior Accountant to perform routine and complex financial accounting activities. This position will drive process improvements and provide support to management for effective business decisions while ensuring the appropriate accounting is applied and internal controls are in place click apply for full job details

Senior Accountant Energy Sector Central London (Hybrid Working) £85,000 Permanent Role Robert Half are recruiting for a Qualified Accountant to join a global Energy & Infrastructure business as Senior Accountant, based in Central London. This is a high-impact, hybrid role offering exposure to front-office traders and senior leadership, combining technical accounting responsibilities with business partnering and commercial insight. The ideal candidate will bring a strong grounding in financial and management accounting, along with experience in IFRS 9, IFRS 15, and IFRS 16. The business trades power, gas, and environmental certificates, using a range of derivatives including forwards, futures, swaps, and options. The UK platform is fully integrated into a global trading business, providing a unique opportunity to combine technical accounting with commercial exposure. About the Position Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, you will play a pivotal role within the Finance team, acting as a bridge between finance and the front office. Your responsibilities will include: Leading and supporting the budgeting process in collaboration with Traders, Business Developers, and senior stakeholders. Translating commercial activity into appropriate accounting treatment, including applying IFRS 9, IFRS 15, IFRS 16, and other relevant standards for new contracts and trading transactions. Producing monthly management accounts and high-quality reporting packs, including detailed variance analysis, KPIs, and commentary for the business. Conducting profitability analysis, cost reviews, and supporting forecasting and financial planning processes. Managing OPEX accounting, accrual approvals, and supporting audit and compliance activities. Ensuring accurate booking of derivative transactions and maintaining adherence to accounting policies. Designing and maintaining complex Excel-based reports to support operational and commercial decision-making. What We're Looking For Minimum of 7 years' experience in finance roles, within the energy or oil and gas industries, prior experience within either of these industries is essential. Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent) with strong technical knowledge of IFRS 9, IFRS 15, and IFRS 16. Strong foundation in both financial and management accounting, with hands-on experience in month-end close, statutory reporting, and commercial analysis. Ability to interpret complex contracts and apply accounting standards to derivatives, PPAs, or traded instruments. Proven experience in business partnering, working closely with commercial teams and front-office stakeholders. Advanced Excel and data analysis skills. Confident communicator, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. What's On Offer Salary: £85,000 Hybrid working Generous annual bonus Pension: 12% employer contribution 28 days holiday per year plus bank holidays Group Life Cover: 8x base salary Private Medical Insurance: family coverage Exposure to high-value trading, strategic decision-making, and complex financial analysis within a leading energy business Why This Role Could Be Your Next Move This is more than a traditional accounting position. You will combine technical accounting expertise with commercial insight, working closely with front-office traders to influence budgets, forecasts, and trading decisions. You will gain exposure to derivatives, power and gas markets, and high-level commercial operations while developing a clear career path within a growing energy trading platform. If you are looking for a Senior Accountant role that offers hands-on technical accounting, front-office exposure, and strategic visibility, this is a unique opportunity to make a tangible impact within the energy sector. Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams leading them. We'll broaden your horizons As a firm our focus on delivering quality audit work for the benefit of the public interest is our key priority. Our Audit teams are essential, not just to BDO, but to the whole economy. With specialist knowledge of sectors such as Pension Audit, markets and geographies; our auditors have the business understanding necessary to deliver the high quality and robust audits that companies and their stakeholders can trust. As part of our Pension Audit team, you'll receive the support you need to reach your potential. From developing new skills, working on audit tenders, undertaking business development activities and exploring different learning opportunities, you'll join a friendly and diverse team whose work really matters. Use your skills to build a career in Audit at BDO. We'll help you succeed The work we do is underpinned by quality. We deliver audits which are trusted and transparent which can be relied upon by pension members and Trustees alike. You'll be someone who is comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with Senior Managers, Directors, and BDO's Partners. You'll help deliver accurate and transparent reporting to all relevant stakeholders as you provide long term value. You'll also: Act as a major point of contact within the firm. This includes responding quickly to, as well as anticipating requests/needs and keeping stakeholders informed of progress in relation to all aspects of the audit. Be responsible for the financial management of a portfolio from billing, WIP management and cash collection. Complete assignments within agreed budgets and timescales and identify opportunities for additional billings. Ensure assignments are staffed with the appropriate mix of knowledge and skills required. Ensure that the firm's risk management and quality control procedures are adhered to at all times. Identify and recognise business and sales opportunities. Support Partners and Senior Managers in the development of new business relationships and business proposals through high level sales and marketing activity. Support Partners with the implementation and communication of any new business. Recruit, retain, develop and motivate our employees, which includes participating in graduate recruitment, ensuring job appraisal documentation is completed within deadlines and ensuring appropriate objectives and development plans are in place for counselees. Work as part of the pension audit management team within the wider Audit stream (e.g. resource planning, merit rate meetings and efficiency gains) Act as an ambassador of the firm, participate in office marketing events, keeps abreast of the wide range of service the firm offers. Act as a role model for trainees and executives. ACA/ICAS qualified or overseas equivalent. Have previous experience of managing people of all grades and experience, including managing audits and teams remotely. Good working knowledge of UK GAAP, FRS 102 and Pension SORP and Financial Reporting requirements. Working knowledge of financial products, firm services, issues regarding advice and regulation and compliance, including anti-money laundering. Experience of systems/controls testing as well as substantive auditing, including contributions, benefits and investments Experience of working with and managing audits with Scheme administrators and Scheme Accountants. Experience of preparing audit planning and completion reports to Trustees as well as presenting audit findings confidently Building, developing and maintaining a pension industry network of key contacts. Project Management experience, confidently communicating with clients and internal BDO staff and monitoring audit timetables to ensure deadlines are met. You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to our business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer everyone the opportunity to work in ways that suit them, their teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value and satisfying experiences at work, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions. We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

Are you an accountant looking to work in West Wales? Are you strong around management accounting ideally in an end product industry? If the answer is yes then we would be keen to hear from you as our client is looking for an experienced accountant to help drive efficiencies and improvements through the management accounting processes. This role will need you to have good financial control skills, experience of budget and forecast management and have the ability to provide insightful commentary around business performance to identify opportunities to become more efficient and profitable. If you're looking for a role where you're seen as part of the senior team then please get in touch through application and shortlisted applicants will be contacted with more details. This role is an excellent opportunity to progress your career through exposure to all areas of management accounting. Artis Recruitment provide specialist recruitment services within HR, Finance, IT, Procurement, Marketing, Customer Contact and Executive Search. By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you have read and accept our Privacy Policy: (url removed)

Management Accountant £35,000-£40,000 (DOE) + study support and benefits Milton Park (Hybrid) 3 days on-site per week Permanent, full-time Your new company We are seeking a Management Accountant to join a well-established consultancy company based in Milton Park. In this role you will provide essential management accounting and reporting support to Senior Management Accountants and Finance Business Partners, working closely with colleagues across the finance function.We are looking for a fast learner with strong attention to detail and a proactive, positive approach to work. This role is particularly well suited to candidates actively studying CIMA/ACCA or someone with strong experience in month-end. Your new role Prepare monthly management accounts for review, ensuring accurate analysis of performance against budget and identification of key variances. Conduct overhead analysis, highlighting significant trends and variances compared to prior months and budgets, and presenting clear commentary for management use. Process and input journal entries, including accruals and prepayments, and organise financial data in a meaningful and well-structured format. Build monthly financial reports through the preparation and posting of journals, as well as reviewing and actioning accruals and prepayments. Support the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts, working closely with the Management Accounting team. Update budgets during the year to reflect operational changes and process amendments as required. Assist Senior Management Accountants and the Finance Manager with ad-hoc reporting, identifying trends and opportunities for process improvement. Complete clearing account reconciliations, investigate variances, and ensure outstanding items are resolved promptly. Work closely with shared services teams to ensure accurate and timely posting of accounts payable and cash transactions, and support operational teams with related queries. What you'll need to succeed Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines Methodical and systematic approach to work using your own initiative whilst being adept at problem-solving Ability to communicate clearly and concisely Good attention to detail Experience of using computerised accounting systems, preferably Oracle Previous experience in a similar role. (Handling month-end) Strong Excel Skills AAT/CIMA/ACCA studier will be advantageous. What you'll get in return Competitive salary of up to £40,000 Comprehensive benefits package Opportunities to develop your skills and progress your career Study support available Hybrid working: 3 days in office, 2 days at home Chance to work on a variety of interesting projects across the UK What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Accountancy Practice specialists Taylor Rose Recruitment have been instructed on an Accounts Senior opportunity on behalf of a leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Newcastle Upon Tyne. Ideal for a recently ACCA/ ACA qualified individual working in practice looking for structured career progression, lots of flexibility, and a supportive team environment click apply for full job details

Finance & Operations Lead Location: London (Hybrid) Package: £70,000 - £80,000 + discretionary annual bonus We're working with a high-growth, investor-backed SaaS business in London that is scaling quickly, with revenue growing by around 40% year on year. Backed by top-tier investors, the business is at an exciting stage of growth and is now looking to hire a Finance & Operations Lead into a newly created role with broad scope, real ownership, and a clear progression path. Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the leadership team, this is a rare opportunity for an ambitious finance professional to step into a commercially focused role where you can genuinely shape the future of the function. The CEO has been clear that this position offers the chance to work closely with senior leadership and investors, and for the right individual, there is real scope for this role to develop into a future FD/CFO position. The Opportunity This is a broad, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys variety, ownership, and building things from the ground up. You will take responsibility for finance and operations, help bring outsourced activity in-house, and build the processes, systems, and controls needed to support the next phase of growth. Key responsibilities Own month-end close, management accounts, budgeting, forecasting, and board reporting Build and maintain financial models, cash flow forecasting, and KPI reporting Partner with department heads to support strategic planning and commercial decision-making Bring outsourced finance processes in-house, including areas such as bookkeeping, AP/AR, payroll, and reporting Improve systems, processes, controls, and approval workflows to create a scalable finance infrastructure Partner with leadership on pricing, contract structuring, revenue recognition, and customer profitability Support wider operational matters including vendors, entity management, insurance, and office-related matters Assist with investor reporting and broader strategic initiatives as the company grows About you Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) Likely trained in practice, ideally Big 4, with post-qualified industry experience Experience within a B2B SaaS or high-growth technology environment would be highly beneficial Commercially minded, hands-on, and comfortable operating across both finance and operational matters Confident building relationships with senior stakeholders and communicating with non-finance audiences Someone with the ambition and potential to take on a bigger role than their title may suggest today Why apply? Opportunity to join a start-up SaaS business at a genuine inflection point Work directly with the CEO, leadership team, and top-tier investors Broad role with significant ownership and visibility from day one Chance to build and shape the finance function as the business scales Strong long-term progression potential, including a path toward FD/CFO for the right person If you are early in your industry career but feel ready for a bigger, broader opportunity where you can make a real impact, this could be a standout next move.

Senior Finance Manager Location: Hatfield (hybrid working) Package: Up to £95,000 base + strong bonus + executive-level benefits The role This is a senior commercial leadership opportunity within a high-velocity, multi-billion-pound consumer organisation operating at national scale. The business is complex, operationally intense and constantly evolving - and finance plays a central role in shaping how it grows, invests and performs.As Senior Finance Manager, you will sit at the core of strategic and operational decision-making, acting as a critical advisor to senior leaders. This is not a traditional reporting role - it's about driving forward commercial outcomes, challenging thinking, and ensuring financial insight is embedded into how the business is run. You'll operate across a broad, multi-site footprint, balancing short-term performance with long-term value creation, while leading and developing a high-performing finance team.Key accountabilities Acting as lead finance partner to senior operational and commercial leaders, influencing decisions with material financial impact Owning complex end-to-end financial planning for a large operational estate, encompassing forecasting, budgeting and scenario modelling Providing clear, forward-looking insight on revenue, margins, cost drivers, labour and productivity Driving financial rigour into strategic initiatives, investments, pricing decisions and operational change programmes Leading and evolving reporting and insight capabilities to support faster, better quality decision-making Playing a hands-on role in major commercial negotiations, ensuring outcomes align with wider business objectives Developing and setting direction for a team of finance professionals, raising commercial capability and standards across the function Acting as a senior voice within the wider finance leadership community, contributing to broader finance transformation and strategy About you Fully qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with significant post-qualification experience Strong track record in senior commercial finance roles within large, complex, customer-driven organisations Deep experience operating in multi-site or high-volume environments where pace and scale matter A proven business partner at senior level - comfortable influencing, challenging and shaping decisions Commercially astute, with the ability to navigate ambiguity and competing priorities Experienced people leader with a genuine interest in building high-performing teams Confident communicator who can distil complex financial narratives into clear, actionable messages Why this role stands out Senior-level influence in a high-profile, commercially ambitious business Exposure to complex decision-making at scale Opportunity to shape strategy, performance and capability - not just report on them Competitive package with base salary up to £95k plus bonus

KenndyPearce are hiring a qualified and commercially minded Commercial Finance Analyst to join a multi site hospitality company on a 12-month fixed-term contract (maternity cover). This is a high-impact role at the centre of business performance, offering strong exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic decision-making. Hybrid working and excellent perks on offer. What You'll Be Doing You'll play a key role in driving performance delivering high-quality analysis, insight, and financial planning. Your responsibilities will include: Providing clear, data-driven financial insight to support commercial decisions Partnering with stakeholders across the business to influence performance and outcomes Supporting investment decisions through detailed analysis and robust business cases Analysing revenue and margins and identifying trends and key drivers Collaborating with the wider Finance team to ensure accurate month-end reporting and alignment with statutory results Building and maintaining financial models to support strategic initiatives Producing monthly reporting packs with insightful commentary on performance vs budget, forecast, and prior year Supporting pricing strategies, promotions, and broader commercial initiatives Driving continuous improvements in reporting, processes, and data quality What We're Looking For Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) At least 3 years' experience in FP&A or commercial finance Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis Advanced Excel skills and confident financial modelling ability Proven experience handling and interpreting large datasets Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence non-finance stakeholders Strong commercial awareness and a proactive, business-partnering mindset

This leading regional firm of Chartered Accountants wish to recruit a Newly Qualified / Recently Qualified Accounts Senior. This is an excellent career move for someone seeking an interesting and varied opportunity. You will be involved in all aspects of accounts prep, as well as business advice, making this an interesting and varied opportunity. You will be liaising with clients and overseeing the work of more junior staff. This opportunity would ideally suit someone local with 3-4 years Practice experience, who could be ACA or ACCA Qualified. A good salary package is offered. This is a very friendly firm with an excellent reputation. If your skill set and experience in Practice are aligned with that required for this role, we will respond within 48 hours.

We're partnering with a high-performing, commercially focused business based in Birmingham City Centre to recruit an FP&A Analyst. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking finance team where you'll play a key role in driving insight, performance, and strategic decision-making. This FP&A Analyst role would suit a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys getting under the skin of the numbers and influencing stakeholders across the business. The Role: As FP&A Analyst, you'll be responsible for delivering high-quality analysis and supporting the business with forward-looking insight. Key responsibilities will include: Supporting the budgeting and forecasting processes Delivering insightful financial analysis on performance, trends, and key drivers Building and enhancing financial models to support decision-making Partnering with non-finance stakeholders to provide commercial insight Supporting month-end reporting with variance analysis and commentary Driving continuous improvement across FP&A processes and reporting About You: You will be a qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or equivalent experience Strong FP&A or commercial finance experience Confident communicator, able to influence and challenge stakeholders Advanced Excel skills (experience with modelling highly desirable) Proactive, inquisitive and commercially aware mindset What's on Offer as the FP&A Analyst: Salary circa £65,000 per annum, depending on experience Hybrid working model Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic decision-making A collaborative, ambitious finance team If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact and develop your career within a commercially driven environment, we'd love to hear from you.

We are partnering with a private equity-backed manufacturing business at an exciting stage of its growth journey to appoint a high-calibre Financial Controller. This is a pivotal role within the business, requiring a hands-on finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced, operationally focused environment. You will play a key role in driving financial performance, supporting strategic decision-making, and ensuring robust financial control across the organisation. The Role: Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will take ownership of the day-to-day finance function while acting as a true business partner to both operations and senior leadership. Key responsibilities will include: Leading and developing the finance team, providing clear direction and ongoing support Delivering accurate and timely monthly management accounts Partnering closely with operations to drive performance, improve margins, and support decision-making Enhancing financial controls, processes, and reporting in line with a PE-backed environment Supporting budgeting, forecasting, and longer-term strategic planning Acting as a key point of contact for senior stakeholders across the business About You: Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Proven experience in a Financial Controller role, ideally within manufacturing or a similar operational environment Comfortable operating in a hands-on capacity within a busy, fast-moving business Strong business partnering skills, with the confidence to challenge and influence senior stakeholders Experience working in a private equity-backed or high-growth environment is advantageous A proactive leader who can develop a team while also rolling up their sleeves when needed Why Apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing, PE-backed business where you can make a tangible impact. The role offers real breadth, visibility, and the chance to work closely with senior leadership in shaping the future of the business.

We are working with a high-growth, internationally operating creative business to appoint a Financial Controller into a key leadership role within one of its core divisions. Operating across global markets and delivering large-scale, high-profile projects, this organisation combines creativity, commerciality, and operational excellence. With a strong track record and ambitious growth plans, this is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-paced, project-driven environment where finance plays a central role in business performance. The Role Reporting directly to the Group Finance Director and working closely with senior leadership, you will take full ownership of the finance function for a Midlands-based division within the group. This is a hands-on, commercially focused role, requiring someone comfortable operating at both a strategic and operational level. Key responsibilities include: Leading the finance function and managing a team of four Delivering accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting Owning budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis Partnering with senior stakeholders to support decision-making and drive performance Overseeing project accounting, including revenue recognition, WIP, and margin analysis Managing cash flow, controls, and financial processes Leading audit processes and ensuring compliance with statutory and tax requirements Driving continuous improvement across systems, processes, and reporting About You Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) Experience operating at Senior Finance Manager or Financial Controller level Background in a fast-paced, project-based environment Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence and challenge senior stakeholders Hands-on approach with the ability to lead and develop a team Confident managing multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment Strong technical skills across financial reporting, revenue recognition, and project accounting Why Apply? Opportunity to join a dynamic, growing international business Highly visible role with direct exposure to senior leadership Broad, commercially focused position with real impact on business performance Collaborative, creative, and fast-moving environment

We are only considering candidates with proven experience in a senior finance role from within the Residential Development or Property Industry We would also consider this on an interim basis as well as a permanent basis MERJE is seeking a highly skilled Head of Finance for a successful, ambitious and award-winning residential development company. This pivotal role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and develop the finance department, overseeing all financial activities and collaborating with the leadership team to shape the company's future direction. With a strong focus on growth and innovation, the company offers an exciting environment for a finance professional to make a significant impact on the business's future success. Location : Somerset (potential for hybrid working) The Role: As Head of Finance, reporting to the Founder / MD, you will be responsible for successfully directing, leading, developing and mentoring the Finance Department. Overseeing all financial activities ensuring compliance and seamless management and delivery of the overall finance function, whilst effectively collaborating with the wider leadership team to shape the future direction of the business and drive continuous improvement This role offers an excellent opportunity to shape financial strategy and drive continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities of the Head of Finance: Oversee all financial activities, including monthly and annual reporting, budgeting, and forecasting Maintaining a Fixed Asset Register Review Completion statements for Sales Responsible for the monthly and annual financial Reporting and managing the payment approval processes to mitigate risk to the business. Working with and overseeing the Financial Accountant with Sales ledger invoicing, balance sheet reconciliations, budgeting, forecasting (current and future) Manage cashflow in line with the business plan and ensure appropriate finance is in place to support growth Managing the financial audit processes Maintaining Statutory Records for all companies Managing all Payroll duties to ensure staff are paid correctly and submitting to HMRC, updating pension records and payments Responsibility of yearly annual accounts/ budgets /ONS Business Surveys and financial regulations, monthly management accounts / cost reports / Sales releases / Board reporting and weekly cash flow monitoring and 6 Monthly business plans and forecasts Responsible for putting in place all appropriate insurance to safeguard the business. Reviewing with the MD the use and need of external consultants for HR, IT and Accounting software. IT responsibilities to maintain working appropriate hardware and software. Dealing with all HR Issues Lead and develop the finance team, ensuring high performance and motivation Collaborate with other departments to support business planning and development Manage relationships with external stakeholders, including auditors and insurers Required knowledge and experience for the Head of Finance: Proven experience in a senior finance role within the residential development, Property or construction sector Demonstrable experience of budgeting, forecasting, cashflow, business plans and business partnering Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) with post qualified experience Strong leadership and team management skills Excellent knowledge of financial regulations and reporting standards Strategic thinking and ability to drive business growth Strong communication and interpersonal skills Exceptional Stakeholder engagement. Applicants must be located and eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship. Please note, should feedback not be received within 28 days, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. In applying for this role, you may be registered on our database so we can contact you about suitable opportunities in future. Your data will be managed in accordance with our Privacy Policy, which can be found on our website. If you would like this job advertisement in an alternative format, please contact MERJE directly.

Audit & Accounts Senior Manager / Associate Director - Leatherhead, Surrey £75,000 - £85,000 + Benefits Hybrid and Flexible Working Are you a qualified accountant looking for a senior leadership role with a clear route to Director? This is a newly created opportunity with a forward-thinking firm of Chartered Accountants based along the A3 corridor in Leatherhead. The firm is modern, independent, and fast-growing, offering you the chance to work with an impressive client base, take on real responsibility, and progress to Director within 1-3 years. The Firm: An independent and growing practice with a modern, inclusive culture. Based in Leatherhead with easy access from Guildford, Epsom, Woking, and surrounding areas. Full-service firm offering audit, accounts, tax, and outsourced services. A training firm for ACA and ACCA students with an excellent support structure. The Role - Key Responsibilities: Client-facing senior position managing a diverse portfolio of SMEs, groups, LLPs, and charities. Review and preparation of statutory accounts under FRS102. Oversee audit assignments from planning through to completion. Deliver advisory and business support services to privately owned businesses. Support and mentor junior team members and active studiers. Collaborate closely with the Partners to deliver quality client service and drive growth. Play a key part in the strategic development of the firm as a future Director. What we are looking for: ACA or ACCA-qualified accountant with strong technical experience in audit and accounts. Proven ability to lead teams and develop client relationships. Ambition to obtain your Practising Certificate and RI status. Interest in building your career as a general practitioner. Comfortable working with cloud-based systems (Xero preferred). What's in it for you? Collaborative, people-first culture with an excellent package Salary in the region of £75,000 - £85,000 depending on experience. Hybrid working, car parking, and flexible working practices. Genuine opportunity for rapid progression to Director level. Next Steps Apply now for this Audit & Accounts Senior Manager / Associate Director role, and we will aim to respond to all suitable applicants within 48 hours. For a confidential conversation, please get in touch to arrange a good time to chat. About Fletcher George Fletcher George is a Leatherhead-based financial recruiter. We are committed to building diverse and inclusive workplaces and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. We act as an employment agency for this role. Referral Scheme Refer a friend or colleague and receive up to £500 in Amazon or John Lewis vouchers when we place them. Visit our website for full details.

MacKenzie King are excited to be supporting a local and growing business with the recruitment of an Interim Financial Controller for a term of 6-9 months . As an Interim Financial Controller , you will provide strategic financial leadership, robust risk management, and high-quality insight to support business growth. Reporting to the Managing Director and Board, this role plays a critical part in shaping financial strategy, driving performance, and enabling informed decision-making across the business. Duties & Responsibilities: Financial Strategy and Planning Ownership of the annual budgeting process and rolling 12-month forecasts High-level cashflow modelling and liquidity forecasting Treasury management and oversight of funding positions Compliance, Audit, and Risk Lead the year-end statutory audit and manage external auditors Full responsibility for statutory accounts and Corporation Tax Ownership and maintenance of the company Risk Register Payroll and Team Leadership Oversight of monthly payroll and pension compliance Leadership, mentoring, and development of the Finance team Systems and ERP Ownership Strategic finance lead Ensure the ERP system supports business objectives and strategic decision-making Group Reporting and Stakeholder Management Primary Finance contact for the wider group Ensure all group reporting and compliance submissions are accurate, timely, and complete Key Skills & Attributes: Qualified Accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) or QBE Proven experience as a Financial Controller or senior finance leader Experience leading audits and statutory reporting Experience in growing SME environments Involvement in ERP implementations or optimisation Track record of leading finance teams

Role: Finance Business Partner Location: London (Hybrid) Duraction: 6 month day rate contract Rate: up to £475pd We're partnering with a complex, fast-moving organisation operating at scale to appoint a Senior Operational Finance Business Partner . This is a highly visible role, working directly with senior operational and transformation leaders, providing insight, challenge and commercial support to inform decision-making and drive performance. This opportunity will suit someone who enjoys operating close to the business, translating data into insight, and influencing outcomes in an environment where operational efficiency and delivery really matter. The Role As an Operational Finance Business Partner, you will support senior operational leaders with high-quality analysis, forecasting and commercial insight. You'll act as a trusted advisor, providing challenge and clarity around cost, productivity, and investment decisions. Key responsibilities include: Delivering insightful management and performance reporting to senior stakeholders Owning budgets, forecasts and medium-term plans for a significant cost base and capital spend Analysing operational performance, identifying key drivers, risks and opportunities Providing robust challenge to cost performance and supporting corrective action Building and reviewing business cases to support investment, change and commercial decisions Supporting the production of board-level and senior leadership reporting Acting as a change agent, driving continuous improvement in processes and ways of working What We're Looking For Qualified or part-qualified accountant (CIMA, ACA or ACCA), or equivalent experience Strong background in financial planning, analysis and business partnering Experience supporting operational or labour-intensive environments High level of commercial acumen with the ability to see the bigger picture Confident communicator, able to influence and challenge at all levels Advanced Excel and strong analytical capability Comfortable presenting complex information clearly to non-finance stakeholders Why Apply? High-impact role with regular exposure to senior operational leadership Opportunity to shape decision-making in a large, operationally complex organisation Genuine business-partnering remit rather than purely reporting focused Environment that values insight, challenge and continuous improvement If you're a commercially minded finance professional looking to step into a role with real operational influence, we'd welcome a conversation.

Finance Manager Coventry 4 day working week available (36 hours) Sheridan Maine is delighted to be working with a unique and innovative, fast growing enterprise in Coventry to recruit a Finance Manager. This is a highly visible role with a heavy bias towards business partnering - providing strategic insight, analysis, and planning support to senior stakeholders, to drive performance. The Company Supplying and working in partnership with some of the most highly recognised and respected brands in the world through to local SMEs, this is a forward-thinking, purpose-led business with a true sense of really making a difference. What's on offer: Salary to £80,000pa Hybrid working, 4 day working week (36 hours) available Private medical insurance Enhanced pension contributions (2x employer contribution) Electric vehicle lease scheme Cycle to work scheme 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Plus, additional benefits The Role As Finance Manager for this subsidiary business, you will play a key part in delivering high-quality financial insight, analysis, and both near-term forecasting and long term planning to support strategic decision-making.While reporting functionally into Group finance leadership, you will work closely day-to-day with senior stakeholders, providing clear, commercially focused financial information that drives performance, supports growth, and enhances overall business outcomes. Your Key Responsibilities as the Finance Manager: Partner with senior leaders to provide strategic financial insight and support delivery of business and budgetary objectives. Act as a key finance contact, translating financial data into meaningful business insight to support decision-making. Lead on forecasting, budgeting, and long-term financial planning activities. Develop and enhance financial reporting, KPIs, and performance dashboards. Support monthly reporting cycles, including flash reporting and management information packs. Provide analysis on business performance, trends, and profitability, identifying opportunities for improvement. Support pricing, commercial modelling, and investment decision support. Work closely with systems and transformation teams to improve financial processes and reporting tools. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across finance and the wider business. Ensure accurate financial tracking of projects, revenue streams, and operational performance. Leadership and development of a Management Accountant. Support audit, compliance, and statutory reporting requirements as needed. About You: Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent). Exceptional stakeholder management skills, able to partner and influence at all levels. Able to translate complex data into meaningful and actionable information, and communicate effectively to non-finance stakeholders. Outstanding analytical skills to generate insightful reports and analyses that support business objectives and drive performance. Able to switch readily between the big picture and granular detail. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Finance Business Partner or Manager seeking strong stakeholder exposure, and the opportunity to make genuine commercial impact in a growing, purpose-led business. If you're passionate about this position or are keen to hear more, please click on "apply" as soon as possible.You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.Due to the high volume of applications, it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.

Financial Controller - Sports and Events London Hybrid Working An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Financial Controller to join a fast-growing, international brand experience and live events business. With international presence, this dynamic organisation delivers high-impact projects for global clients and is entering a key phase of growth and transformation. This is a pivotal, commercially focused role reporting directly to the Group Finance Director and CEO, offering real influence across the business. You will lead the finance function across multiple entities, drive financial performance, and play a key role in shaping strategic decisions. The Role As Financial Controller, you will take ownership of the finance function across four entities spanning three jurisdictions. You will be responsible for delivering accurate, timely financial reporting, while leading and developing a small team and partnering closely with senior stakeholders. This role blends technical excellence with commercial insight, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, project-driven environment. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Control Lead the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements Oversee month-end and year-end close processes Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records and the general ledger Maintain and enhance internal controls, processes, and financial policies Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis Lead annual budgeting and rolling forecast processes Deliver insightful variance analysis and performance reporting Support strategic planning through financial modelling Monitor cash flow, working capital, and key financial metrics Compliance & Audit Act as the primary contact for external auditors Oversee statutory accounts preparation and regulatory filings Ensure compliance with tax and statutory requirements across jurisdictions Liaise with external advisors, banks, and regulatory bodies Commercial & Operational Finance Manage project margins and oversee revenue recognition Drive improvements in cash flow and financial controls Provide actionable insight to support decision-making Leadership & Stakeholder Management Lead, mentor, and develop a team of three direct reports Partner with senior leadership and department heads Build strong cross-functional relationships across the business Process Improvement & Projects Identify and implement process and system improvements Support ERP system implementation and finance transformation initiatives Drive automation and efficiency across the finance function About You You are a commercially minded, hands-on finance leader who enjoys working in a dynamic, fast-moving environment. You bring strong technical expertise alongside the ability to influence and partner with stakeholders across the business. Experience & Qualifications: Qualified accountant (ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent) Background in practice with post-qualification industry experience Experience at Senior Finance Manager or junior Financial Controller level Industry experience within agency, events, marketing, or creative sectors is highly desirable Strong experience in financial reporting, tax, project accounting, revenue recognition, and budgeting Proven track record managing audits and statutory reporting Skills & Competencies: Strong analytical and problem-solving ability High attention to detail and accuracy Excellent leadership and team management skills Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management Able to operate effectively under pressure and to tight deadlines Advanced Excel skills; experience with Sage50 and ERP systems Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.